All Out in the Open, Questions from the Closet
All Out in the Open
All Out in the Open is a resource for LGBTQ Latter-day Saints and those who love them. Our goal is to help listeners connect with themselves, with their families, with their community, and with God. Hosts Charlie Bird and Ben Schilaty help listeners open up to themselves and those around them. Clare Dalton digs into the scriptures and teaches how they can be a catalyst for personal revelation. Iese Wilson takes listeners on a tour of LGBTQ Latter-day Saints all over the Church and introduces us to modern day pioneers. Michael Soto and Liz Macdonald highlight the amazing work of those who are b...
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Jan 13, 2026
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Episodes
Why am I Feeling so Overwhelmed? 14.02.2023 30:42
In this episode, Ben and Charlie are joined by Bekah to discuss why LGBTQ+ people often experience feeling overwhelmed.
Bonus: What if AI wrote an Episode? 07.02.2023 4:56
In this episode Ben, Charlie, and Austin read an episode of Questions From the Closet written by Chat GPT.
Is the Pride Flag OK? 31.01.2023 53:08
In this episode Ben and Charlie are joined by Austin Peterson to discuss the history of the pride flag and what it means for members of the chruch.
Bonus episode: Getting to Know Ben and Charlie 24.01.2023 25:10
In this bonus episode, Ben and Charlie look on the lighter side and ask each other some questions to get to know each other a bit better.
What's it Like in the Closet? 17.01.2023 1:13:53
In this special pre-recorded episode, Ben and Charlie chat with Matt Jager about what it's like to be in the closet.
Bonus episode: "Fear, Pitied, and Honored" 10.01.2023 58:16
In this bonus episode, Ben shares an essay he wrote for a Jewish/LDS inter-faith conference.
Christmas Update! 20.12.2022 1:52
Listen for a Christmas Update!
Why Come Out if I can Pass as Straight? 13.12.2022 48:44
Steven Kapp Perry joins us to discuss why people choose to come out, and shares the stories of many others.
Why is Gen Z so Gay? 06.12.2022 1:03:58
In this episode Ben and Charlie are joined by Dr. Lisa Diamond and her student Julia Decker to discuss why so many of Gen Z are coming out as LGBTQ
How Can I Comfortably Talk About Sex? 29.11.2022 1:04:17
Ben and Charlie are joined by Dr. Chelom Leavitt to discuss how to have healthy conversations about sex.
Bonus: Charlie's New Book! 22.11.2022 22:36
Ben interviews Charlie about his new book, Expanding the Borders of Zion! Preorder your copy now at www.mrcharliebird.com
What Is Minority Stress? 15.11.2022 54:39
Ben and Charlie are joined by their friend Aliah Hall to discuss minority stress, what it is, and how they experience it. Towards the end of the episode they all experienced a moment of minority stress which they talk through together. That part of the conversation was not meant to stay in the episode, but it was decided to keep it in
Is Being Gay Part of my Identity? 09.11.2022 58:36
Join Ben, Charlie, and Cole as they discuss whether being gay is an essential part of your identity.
What is Bi Erasure? 02.11.2022 46:54
In this episode, Ben and Charlie are joined by Sarah Winters, a bisexual BYU student. Together they delve into what bisexual erasure means, as well as clear up misconceptions about bisexuality.
Can I Be Out On My Mission? 25.10.2022 1:11:48
In this episode Elder Carpenter discusses what it's like to be out on a mission.
What's it like to be on a pedestal? 18.10.2022 1:21:54
Sarah Kellar Langford interviews Charlie and Ben about the challenges (and blessings!) of being public figures in the LGBTQ/Latter-day Saint space. This previously unreleased episode was recorded over the summer between seasons 3 and 4.
Am I needed? 11.10.2022 56:47
Ben and Charlie are joined by Clare Dalton, a seminary teacher who shares her experience coming out and finding her place.
How do I build bridges? 04.10.2022 51:57
Michael Soto, President of Equality Arizona, joins to talk about overcoming division. He shares personal family stories and talks about working with the Church to pass an LGBTQ+ nondiscrimination policy for the city of Mesa.
Questions From the Closet Season 4 Live Q+A 27.09.2022 1:08:53
Join us for a live Q+A to kick of Season 4 of Questions from the Closet!
Join us for a LIVE event in Mesa, Arizona! (Season 4 Kickoff!) 02.09.2022 1:06
Ben and Charlie announce their Season 4 live event.
Bonus: Season 3 Recap 05.07.2022 34:10
Ben and Charlie are joined by Sound Guy Mike to discuss the highlights of Season 3!
Bonus: Meet Charlotte 21.06.2022 29:47
Join us as we talk with Charlotte, Ben's land lady and friend.
What if I don’t feel God’s love? 14.06.2022 51:35
Barry Donakey joins for a conversation about divine silence.
What is gender dysphoria? 07.06.2022 40:48
Alexis Hovorka joins Ben and Charlie to talk about her experience with gender dysphoria.
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